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Originally Posted by Skybird
My questions:
Recommended DVD-burner? I understand that I need to replace my DVD-read-only-drive. I read some customer feedback saying that the guy in question could burn DVDs, but that the device does not read DVDs. I assume that is no feature, but a device of bad quality, then? I read about the Samsung products, 35-40 Euros. Are they okay?
What software do I need? All-in-one solution preferred, slides, video and musical scores cutting&editing. I am not willing to spend much money, so freeware would be preferred if it does the job. However, low and medium prices (not above 60-80 euros) would eventually be okay, too.
Anything else I need to know? And please, keep it simple, I do not want to become a hardcore pro in this, and I know nothing about this matter. It will never be more than a part-time hobby for me - eventually, if it keeps me hooked.
Fraps seems to be quite expensive for what it does. Opinions? Cheaper alternatives?
Thanks.
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1. Pioneer 111 or 112 series. They have outstanding write quality for the price, both single and dual-layer. Absolutely avoid Samsung and LG. I don't know what all is available in Europe. Liteon aren't terrible, but they definitely aren't the best.
2. If you're going for compatbility, that means DVD+R with a DVD-ROM bitsetting, MPEG-2 and either Layer2 or AC3 audio. "All in one solution"? Tmpgenc DVD-Author can do something for you -- it's very basic, but will do various editing, including overlays (text). The AC3 is a purchased addon, and you'll want to activate the "advanced" settings. I have never actually tried using the built-in burning segment of Tmpgenc -- I've always exported and used Nero.
3. Media quality.
Speedlab's forums have a list of good media to use. You want to match up media with your burner, because a poor write will cause problems regardless of everything else done correctly.
4. FRAPS? What the heck does FRAPS have to do with making DVD-R's of pictures? FRAPS is for DirectX captures.